Tasting Notes

On the palate, Amaro del Principe is persistent and aromatic, with a sweetness balanced by a light bitterness that stimulates the palate, making it a perfect digestif. The combination of local herbs and spices gives it a balanced profile, suitable both on its own or as a complement to spicy dishes or aged cheeses.

Pairings

It's a rich and complex liqueur, perfect as a digestif after a meal. Its combination of bitter orange, licorice, and a variety of Sicilian medicinal herbs makes it an excellent choice to accompany aged cheeses (such as Sicilian pecorino) and cured meats like sausage or Sicilian caponata. Its freshness and persistence also make it ideal with dark chocolate and almond-based desserts or jam tarts.
Amaro del Principe also lends itself well to cocktails: mixed with soda or tonic, it can be served as an aperitif. If you prefer a more sophisticated pairing, you can use it as an ingredient in herbal cocktails or sip it plain, chilled or on the rocks.
Furthermore, it is perfect on its own, in its pure form, as a meditation to appreciate every aromatic and gustatory nuance.

Cellar - Prince of Corleone

The Principe di Corleone Winery has its roots in the heart of Sicily, a land rich in history and winemaking tradition. Founded by the Pollara family, for decades this winery has maintained an approach that combines traditional methods with winemaking innovation, cultivating native grapes such as Nero d'Avola, Inzolia, and Catarratto, alongside international varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay. The vineyards extend across hillsides immersed in the region's mild climate, between Corleone and Monreale, characterized by varied soils that impart unique aromatic complexity to the wines. Thanks to a combination of manual harvesting and modern technology, the winery meticulously manages every stage of production, enhancing the balance between acidity, structure, and aromas of the grapes. This commitment guarantees fine wines that represent an authentic expression of the Sicilian terroir and enjoy success both nationally and internationally.

Medicinal Herbs

Medicinal herbs take their name from the Latin "officina," meaning "workshop," a place where essences used in folk medicine were extracted. Medicinal plants are one of the greatest resources nature has provided us. The first witnesses to the health-giving properties of medicinal herbs were the Egyptians, but we also have evidence from the Assyrians, Greeks, and Romans.

Many herbs grow wild and are widespread throughout the world. The active ingredients found in them are essential oils, alkaloids, glucosides, and so on. These are present in the flowers, leaves, berries, roots, and bark.